News & Announcements
OSSTF update: Dec. 11 strikes in some Ontario school boards (not UGDSB)
The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) has announced that on Wednesday Dec. 11, OSSTF teachers and education workers in some school boards will take part in a one-day, full withdrawal of services in selected locations across Ontario: http://www.osstf.on.ca/news/mr-dec-06-2019.aspx
The Upper Grand District School Board is not listed as one of the school boards that will be included in the Dec. 11 OSSTF job action.
Please continue to check www.ugdsb.ca/labour for updates.
Picture Re-take Day Rescheduled
Picture re-takes have been rescheduled to this Friday morning. Please have students bring the original package with them on Friday. Any student who missed the initial photo day can have their picture taken as well.Do you have a child starting JK or SK in September 2020?
The Upper Grand District School Board is hosting four Kindergarten registration INFORMATION nights in November and December 2019.
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Severe Inclement Weather Days
Now that the winter weather is here, a reminder on Transportation's and the school board's procedures and communication methods on severe inclement weather days: https://www.ugdsb.ca/schools/inclement-weather-procedures/Kindergarten Registration Information Nights
We are hosting four KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION INFORMATION NIGHTS for the 2020 – 2021 school year. You may attend any Information Night regardless of what school your child will attend. These are information nights only - Kindergarten registration will occur January 7-17, 2020. For more information ...Read more about Kindergarten Registration Information Nights »
Important information regarding WHY Survey – a joint survey between UGDSB and WDG Public Health
This year Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health are collecting information on student health and well-being from youth, parents and school staff. The Well-Being and Health Youth Surveys are designed to help us understand how well we are doing creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments in our schools. It also provides important information about the physical and mental health of youth in our area.
Job action and labour updates: Information for parents/guardians
Parents/guardians are encouraged to visit www.ugdsb.ca/labour for on-going updates from the school board regarding provincial job action.
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Bullying Prevention Plan and Safe, Equitable and Inclusive School Strategy September 2019
School Bullying And Prevention Plan 2019Important Information Regarding Paving in our School Area
Please read the following memo outlining paving that is scheduled to begin on Monday, September 9th. Construction Memo_Sept 6 2019First Day Procedures
We are looking forward to welcoming everyone on Tuesday, September 3rd. See below for our First Day plans: Supervision begins at 8:34 and our instructional day begins promptly at 8:50. Please note that students who arrive by bus will be directed to the back of the school using the side walkway and will ...Smoke and Vape-Free Environment
The Upper Grand DSB provides a smoke and vape-free environment for its students, staff and others while on Board property, in accordance with the Smoke-Free Ontario Act and Board policy 208. This policy refers to all forms of tobacco, and any processed form of tobacco that may be smoked, inhaled ...Parking Safety
Keeping everyone safe is our priority. Parking Letter From UGDSBBe Prepared with Student Accident Insurance
Reminder for parents/guardians: Accidents happen – be prepared with Student Accident Insurance Parents/guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on and off school premises during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved might not be fully covered by Provincial Health Care or employer group insurance ...Read more about Be Prepared with Student Accident Insurance »
What you need to know to register your child for school
The 2019-2020 school year begins on September 3, which means it is almost time to register your child if you are new to the Upper Grand District School Board.
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Staff Presentation of the 2019 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report
The 2019 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report was presented at the Business Operations Committee meeting on March 19, 2019. This purpose of this report is to review updated data and any other changes affecting accommodation. It is necessary for staff to monitor the relevance of the Board’s work ...School Zone Safety
Today a Crossing Guard started at the new pedestrian crossing at Lamond and St Andrew's St E. Please time a moment to read this important message regarding school safety zones. Let's keep everyone safe. Pedestrians play a role in keeping school crossing guards safe We all know that motorists play a crucial ...2019-2020 Family Information
Please use this link to learn more about the Upper Grand District School Board's: Guiding Principles Life Threatening Illnesses Concussions Child Abuse Protection Policy and Procedures BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)-Personal Portable Technology Use FNMI Self identification Freedom of Information Safety Procedures Mental Health 2019 20 Common Agenda Pages (Final Revised March 18 19) 2019 20 Common Agenda Pages (Final ...Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Background Report and Public Engagement Plan
On January 30, 2018, trustees approved a Public Engagement Plan as a part of the Board’s process to develop a Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP).
The LTAP is a strategic review of the Board’s facilities, population projections, and enrolment forecasts. At the end of the process, the LTAP will identify accommodation priorities for the Board. Public engagement is an important part of the LTAP process. We want to have conversations with our school communities to promote a shared understanding of local school issues.
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